Seasonal Influenza Immunization (2024–2025)
The following information applies to employees that are enrolled in one of the following Occupational Health Programs:
- Research Occupational Health Program (ROHP) for Ferrets, Pigs, or Non-Human Primates
- Biosafety Level 3 (BSL-3)
- Non-Fairview Employed Research Staff (NERS)
The 2024-25 influenza immunization will be available at HealthPartners Occupational and Environmental Medicine (HPOEM) clinics starting on September 11, 2024.
See below for program-specific due dates, instructions for accessing the vaccination, and declination options. To check your current requirements, please log in to the Occupational Health Portal.
Program-Specific Due Dates & Instructions
Research Occupational Health Program (ROHP) Ferrets, Pigs, and Nonhuman primates
Due Date: November 1, 2024
Employees that onboard after this date must complete the vaccination as soon as possible.
Options for Vaccinations:
Twin Cities employees:
- Schedule HPOEM on campus appt: to schedule an on-campus appointment with HPOEM at the Thompson Center for Environmental Management during October 2–4. Space is limited. Employees can also opt-in to completing the tetanus or TB screening requirement, if applicable. HPOEM will send BOHD the record(s).
- Schedule an appointment at a HPOEM Clinic by calling 952-883-6999. Tell the scheduler to invoice the service OccHealth Services account. HPOEM will send BOHD the record.
- Attend a Boynton Drop-in Vaccination Clinic or schedule an appointment. Visit the Boynton Health Immunizations website for more information. Please take a photo of the immunization paperwork or log-in to the MyBoynton Patient Portal to print your immunization record, and send as a PDF to [email protected]
- Complete the vaccination through your primary care provider or at your local pharmacy.
Employees outside of the Twin Cities:
- Schedule appt at your location: to schedule an in-person appointment according to your location.
- Receive an Influenza immunization through your primary care provider or at your local pharmacy.
Submit the Record:
Please visit our Submit Documents page for information about locating and submitting the record.
Declinations:
The immunization is an important safety measure for the health of ferrets, pigs, and non-human primates. These species are susceptible to strains of influenza carried by humans and are at risk of contracting this virus at all times of the year, even when the incidence of human cases is low. The immunization, while not 100% effective, is another step in mitigating significant animal illness and maintaining sound, reproducible science by preventing the physiological changes associated with fighting a viral infection.
Declinations are available if the individual has a history of contraindications with the influenza immunization, and requires enrollment into the Respiratory Protection Program for use of a valveless N95 respirator. Please reach out to [email protected] for more information.
Non-Fairview Employed Research Staff (NERS):
Due Date: November 15, 2024
Employees that onboard after this date must complete the vaccination as soon as possible.
Options for Vaccinations:
The following options are available for NERS employees:
- Schedule an appointment at HealthPartners Occupational and Environmental Health by calling 952-883-6999. Tell the scheduler to invoice the service to your Department account. HPOEM will send BOHD the record.
- Attend a Boynton Drop-in Vaccination Clinic or schedule an appointment. Visit the Boynton Health Immunizations website for more information. Please take a photo of the immunization paperwork or log-in to the MyBoynton Patient Portal to print your immunization record, and send as a PDF to [email protected]
- Complete the vaccination through at your Fairview clinic location, with your primary care provider, or at your local pharmacy.
Submit the Record:
Please visit our Submit Documents page for information about locating and submitting the record.
Contact Natalie Berres, [email protected] with questions or concerns regarding this requirement.
Biosafety Level 3 (BSL-3) Program
Due Date: As soon as possible
Employees that onboard after this date must complete the vaccination as soon as possible.
Options for Vaccinations:
- Schedule an appointment at a HPOEM Clinic by calling 952-883-6999. Tell the scheduler to invoice the service OccHealth Services account.
- The BSL-3 Program will coordinate an onsite clinic for employees in November. Please contact [email protected] for further information.
- Attend a Boynton Drop-in Vaccination Clinic or schedule an appointment. Visit the Boynton Health Immunizations website for more information.Please take a photo of the immunization paperwork or log-in to the MyBoynton Patient Portal to print your immunization record, and send as a PDF to [email protected]
- Complete the vaccination through your primary care provider or at your local pharmacy.
Submit the Record:
Please visit our Submit Documents page for information about locating and submitting the record.
Declinations:
Declinations are accepted if the individual has a history of contraindications with the influenza immunization. Please reach out to [email protected] for more information.